Skyr (icelandic yogurt)

GI 36 · LowGL 2.3 / cup8/10

Low GI

36 GI

GL 2.3 per cup (225 g) · GL 1 per 100 g

Logi score 8/10

high content of high-quality protein
no dietary fiber

Skyr (icelandic yogurt) has a glycemic index of 36 (Low). One cup (225 g) adds a glycemic load of 2.3.

Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error

Forms of Skyr (icelandic yogurt)

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Portions

Portion	Grams	GL
1 tablespoon	14 g	0.1
1 container	170 g	1.7
1 cup	225 g	2.3

Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

Calories

3.6 g

Carbs

10.5 g

Protein

0.2 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	60 kcal
Carbohydrates	3.6 g
Sugars (Total)	3.6 g
Natural	3.6 g
Added	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Soluble	0 g
Insoluble	0 g
Protein	10.5 g
Fat	0.2 g
Saturated	0.1 g
Unsaturated	0.1 g
Sodium	40 mg

Processing Level

60%

Moderate

Why this score?

high content of high-quality protein
low glycemic load
minimally processed
no dietary fiber
low omega-3 fatty acid content

Allergens

Contains: milk

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Skyr (icelandic yogurt)?

Skyr (icelandic yogurt) has a glycemic index of 36 (Low). One cup (225 g) has a glycemic load of 2.3; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.

Is Skyr (icelandic yogurt) good for people with insulin resistance?

Skyr (icelandic yogurt) has a low glycemic index (36), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.

Which form of Skyr (icelandic yogurt) has the lowest glycemic load?

Skyr (icelandic yogurt) has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Skyr (icelandic yogurt) in this database (1 per 100 g).

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